18 Best All-Inclusive Resorts In The Caribbean For Adults Only, According To Reviews

When choosing a vacation in the Caribbean, a lot of variables come into play. For instance, what is the best time of year to travel, or should you just find a Caribbean island safe from hurricanes? Should you visit somewhere familiar or venture out and try a safe destination for a stress-free vacation? Then, once you decide, consider the essential travel hacks to maximize your trip to the Caribbean. Finally, accommodation. Choices like all-inclusive are good for vacationers looking for a carefree trip. 

Room, dining, drinks, and activities are rolled into the rate, and guests don't need to demand a final bill to check off each item. Adults looking for time away from bleating children and kid-focused facilities can sweeten the deal further with an adults-only all-inclusive. For vacationers in search of viable options, we've identified some of the best in the Caribbean based on scores and reviews from sites like Hotels.com.

This romance-promising property is situated on a hill and features two white-sand beaches on its sides. The charming accommodations of Cocobay Resort are cottages connected by snaking paths. The pick of the bunch, perhaps, is the Azure Waterfront Pool Suites. Set right by the water, they come with a hammock and an outdoor tub on a deck and offer endless sea views. 

As a guest on Expedia wrote, "Staff make you feel like family. Smaller property not the large resorts where you are a number. Everyone knew us after a few days. Looking for [a] quiet resort this is definitely the place." For something a little out of the ordinary, guests can book an experience where food is served to them in a secluded plunge pool. This can be breakfast or lunch — options include sushi or tapas — served on floating platter in the pools around the property.

Adults can spend time at Couples Tour Isle, a clothing-optional, all-inclusive private island situated in Jamaica's northeast. A guest wrote on Google, "My wife and I just celebrated our 10 year wedding anniversary and we would choose Couples Tour Isle 100 times out of 100." Rooms and suites feature private balconies, ideal for taking in the sea breeze or gazing at the gentle swells. Ocean Spa Villas, of which there are eight, come with the benefit of as many spa treatments as occupants desire. 

This is one of the many unlimited offerings at this 226-room resort, featuring seven restaurants and four pools. Guests can book as much golf, tennis, and even water sports like scuba diving as their heart craves, followed by unlimited drinks and cocktails. Active types seeking adventure might also enjoy treks in the mountains, river trips on rafts, or leisurely tours on horseback.

One of the best things to do in Antigua is visiting Devil's Bridge. A natural wonder, this slender channel of rock sits above the sea, crossing over to a headland. It was formed by the relentless action of wind and seawater and is a popular tourist site. The coastal attraction, made of limestone, is a short walk from Hammock Cove, an all-inclusive resort with a perfect 5-star rating on Tripadvisor based on hundreds of reviews. 

Frequent guests, like this reviewer on Tripadvisor, are full of praise. "When you repeat a visit there is always the possibility that things won't be as good but this was certainly not the case. Our vacation was as good as the first time, probably better." Rooms have a largely white color palette, offset by warm woods, and all have a private plunge pool. A selection of restaurants and bars all come with sea views.

Travelers can choose from 10 restaurants and 6 bars; judging by this comment on Expedia, the meals are memorable. "The property was beautiful and the food was even better." The choices for food and drink supply guests with an eclectic selection. Fez is a Moroccan-style rooftop bar lounge serving delicious cocktails, and Petit Pariz is a high-end restaurant ideal for a romantic, formal dinner. Guests can also sample exquisite fares at beachfront Jamaican RootZ by HoriZons, Italian at Di Roza, and grilled seafood at Blue Grill at CalypZo. 

Daily entertainment, part of the all-inclusive offerings at Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall, is equally varied, from live music and acrobatic performances to the rousing, rhythmic sounds of steel pan drums. All accommodations come with terraces, while some even feature direct swim-up access to a private pool, ideal for couples looking for some alone time in the water.

Guests can book a beachfront cottage with a private plunge pool at Keyonna Beach Antigua. A reviewer writing on Hotels.com alluded to the intimate nature of the all-inclusive resort. "A secluded escape in paradise perfect for couples looking to relax and spend time together." Set on the southwest of the island, by Turners Beach, the property appeals to couples searching for privacy. It's not a resort that aims to blitz guests with a wealth of facilities or a relentless barrage of entertainment options. 

All accommodations are cottages made of wattle, wood, and local materials. Dense foliage separates them, lending each one a great sense of privacy. They are primed for seclusion and house a hammock on the deck and loungers by the plunge pool. Each one also features an outdoor shower set among plants but with views of the sea, making them feel like a fantastical tropical escape.

Visitors can expect sleek, modern design and warm service at Live Aqua Punta Cana. Reviewing the resort on Expedia, a commenter noted, "First and foremost, this place was amazing; from the moment we first arrived [we] felt welcomed/wanted; everyone was so friendly. Everyone had big, beautiful smiles [and was] very polite, ready and willing to serve ..." On Tripadvisor, the resort has a perfect 5.0 rating, backed by 4,000 reviews. 

Rooms have clean lines, wooden slatted screens, and some feature swim-up access to a resort pool. Others even come with their own private plunge pool. Restaurants vary in their ambience and cuisine. Miraflores, named after an upscale neighborhood in Lima, Peru, is a casual cevicheriá with a thatch roof and open-air design. By contrast, Chez Rose presents formal French, while Seishin concentrates on Asian flavors. Happily, Live Aqua Punta Cana is a dog-friendly resort.

As per a contributor on Tripadvisor, "We've been to four Sandals and can easily say that Sandals Grenada is our favorite. This quaint, luxurious resort is thoughtfully designed, has top notch service, a beautiful oceanside atmosphere, and some pretty wonderful food." Among the lures of this waterfront property on the Spice Isle are five resort pools. The location on Pink Gin Beach means that the clear, calm sea is only steps from the resort. 

Guests will find a huge array of room categories, 22 types total, including some with an elevated infinity pool and butler service. Restless visitors and those desiring adventure will discover a multitude of activities to keep them entertained, from water sports in the turquoise sea to beach parties, talent shows, and even a resort-style street party. Choices at 10 restaurants include Japanese, Caribbean, a steak joint, a British pub, and a Neapolitan pizza parlor.

Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa is a sprawling property with many pools. It has gained a perfect 5.0 on Tripadvisor based on more than 22,000 reviews. One reviewer on Tripadvisor wrote, "Awesome trip! Great pools. Amazing food. The accommodations were perfect. One of the best all-inclusive resorts that I've been to." Behind the property, visitors will find expanses of greenery; in the front, the resort opens onto the clear blue shallows of the Dominican Republic's east coast. 

All-inclusive at the resort means unlimited drinks, from spirits to fresh juices, staff at the pool, round-the-clock room service, and an in-room mini-bar that is replenished daily. Rooms are well-furnished, with plenty of places to sit, from desk chairs to deep couches. Activities span day and night — from sports in the sun and the languid joy of lounging by the pool to themed parties and live musical performances under the cover of darkness.

At Serenity at Coconut Bay, where all 36 luxe suites have a plunge pool, there is much to admire. Writing on Expedia, one guest lauded the resort. "Very clean, beautiful, private location. Five-minute drive from the airport. Staff was super friendly and very tuned in to making your stay as best as it could be. Restaurant was easily a 5 star restaurant. Beach is within 100 yards of most rooms. Pool area is very beautiful though we spent most days on the beach." 

The property also scores a perfect 5.0 on Tripadvisor, with more than 1,500 reviews. All guests enjoy butler service, an attendant who can arrange everything from romantic dinners al fresco to drawing a bath for two. Meals are served in the Greathouse at Serenity, a space with white-plank walls and gleaming dark wood floors; guests can also opt for room service any time of day or night.